Highlights of Charleston Guided Walking Tour
Oyster Point Historic Tours
4.9
913haroldd
2 days ago
A genuinely unique experience from a genuinely unique guide, whose manner gave the feeling of being on a private tour and whose insghts and opinions were copious and much appreciated. Strongly recommend!
Our two hour Highlights of Charleston walking tour guides guests through the historic French Quarter and South of Broad neighborhoods of downtown Charleston. Along the way, your guide will describe the long history, unique culture, architecture, and geography of Charleston and the greater lowcountry area, painting a detailed picture of how Charleston's tumultuous past formed the city now beloved by travelers the world over. You'll view some of the city's oldest houses of worship, burial sites, theaters, the forts of Charleston harbor, and the antebellum mansions that look out across the waters of the Cooper and Ashley rivers, among many other historic and picturesque sites. Our guides also offer their expert advice on other activities, restaurants, and bars for guests to explore once they've finished their tour.
Departure Point
- We'll meet on the East Bay Street staircase of the U.S. Customs House, at East Bay Street and South Market street, directly across East Bay Street from the City Market. We recommend guests park at 1 Cumberland Street or 89 Cumberland Street. Both are ~5 minute walk from our tour meeting point.
Return Details
- We generally end near the intersection of Meeting Street and Broad Street. The exact end point can change based on your group's walking speed, and your guide.
Duration
2 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: St. Philip's Church
142 Church St, , Charleston, South Carolina
View the historic church of the longest-meeting congregation in Charleston.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: French Huguenot Church
136 Church St, At the corner of Church and Queen sts., Charleston, South Carolina
View the only church of its denomination in North America
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Pink House Gallery
17 Chalmers St, , Charleston, South Carolina
View the oldest private residence in Charleston
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Old Slave Mart Museum
6 Chalmers St, , Charleston, South Carolina
View the only museum dedicated to the history of the enslaved in Charleston
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon
122 E Bay St, , Charleston, South Carolina
View the pre-Revolutionary heart of economic Charleston
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Rainbow Row
83-107 E Bay St # 107, , Charleston, South Carolina
View the most photographed sight in Charleston
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Guests are responsible for bringing their own sun protection (sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, parasols) and rain gear
- We HIGHLY recommend guests bring bottled water. It is not always available for purchase on the route
- We ask guests to check in at the meeting location 5-10 mins prior to tour time. We cannot hold for latecomers.
- Tour Guide
Exclusions
- Not included in your ticket price are any parking fees if you choose to drive to your tour. Gratuity is optional, but gratefully accepted.
Redemption Instructions
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• Bring bottled water for your entire party
• Bring sun protection and rain gear (if needed) for your entire party
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Oyster Point Historic Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
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Our two hour Highlights of Charleston walking tour guides guests through the historic French Quarter and South of Broad neighborhoods of downtown Charleston. Along the way, your guide will describe the long history, unique culture, architecture, and geography of Charleston and the greater lowcountry area, painting a detailed picture of how Charleston's tumultuous past formed the city now beloved by travelers the world over. You'll view some of the city's oldest houses of worship, burial sites, theaters, the forts of Charleston harbor, and the antebellum mansions that look out across the waters of the Cooper and Ashley rivers, among many other historic and picturesque sites. Our guides also offer their expert advice on other activities, restaurants, and bars for guests to explore once they've finished their tour.
Departure Point
- We'll meet on the East Bay Street staircase of the U.S. Customs House, at East Bay Street and South Market street, directly across East Bay Street from the City Market. We recommend guests park at 1 Cumberland Street or 89 Cumberland Street. Both are ~5 minute walk from our tour meeting point.
Return Details
- We generally end near the intersection of Meeting Street and Broad Street. The exact end point can change based on your group's walking speed, and your guide.
Duration
2 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: St. Philip's Church
142 Church St, , Charleston, South Carolina
View the historic church of the longest-meeting congregation in Charleston.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: French Huguenot Church
136 Church St, At the corner of Church and Queen sts., Charleston, South Carolina
View the only church of its denomination in North America
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Pink House Gallery
17 Chalmers St, , Charleston, South Carolina
View the oldest private residence in Charleston
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Old Slave Mart Museum
6 Chalmers St, , Charleston, South Carolina
View the only museum dedicated to the history of the enslaved in Charleston
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon
122 E Bay St, , Charleston, South Carolina
View the pre-Revolutionary heart of economic Charleston
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Rainbow Row
83-107 E Bay St # 107, , Charleston, South Carolina
View the most photographed sight in Charleston
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Guests are responsible for bringing their own sun protection (sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, parasols) and rain gear
- We HIGHLY recommend guests bring bottled water. It is not always available for purchase on the route
- We ask guests to check in at the meeting location 5-10 mins prior to tour time. We cannot hold for latecomers.
- Tour Guide
Exclusions
- Not included in your ticket price are any parking fees if you choose to drive to your tour. Gratuity is optional, but gratefully accepted.
Redemption Instructions
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• Bring bottled water for your entire party
• Bring sun protection and rain gear (if needed) for your entire party
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Oyster Point Historic Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
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913haroldd
A genuinely unique experience from a genuinely unique guide, whose manner gave the feeling of being on a private tour and whose insghts and opinions were copious and much appreciated. Strongly recommend!
Therese K
Bill’s academic history and architecture committee credentials elevated this tour well above what you get on a canned carriage tour. Unlike the fluffy tours, Bill gives you the unvarnished facts and deep-dive context that will leave you thinking and talking about the history long after he bids you goodbye.
shpoole
We took Bill’s tour with 5 other people. It was the best tour I’ve been on anywhere in the world. Bill’s deep knowledge, sense of humor and engagement with everyone in the group was unparalleled. 2 hours went by in a hurry and left you wanting more.
zacharybB1418HH
Bill was a fantastic tour guide, incredibly knowledgeable and gave a great big picture overview and also could dig into the details. We appreciated his willingness to address any topic, and do it with honesty and skill.
jacquelinedB1870QJ
Outstanding, enlightening experience! Bill had amazing, comprehensives knowledge and communicated extraordinarily well.